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2021 NHL Season: A Look Back at the East and West Division Standings

The 2021 NHL season was unlike any other, shaped by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The league realigned into four divisions – two in the East and two in the West – leading to unique divisional races and playoff scenarios. Let's take a trip down memory lane and revisit the final standings for both conferences.

The East: A Tight Race to the Finish

The East was characterized by intense competition, with several teams vying for playoff spots right until the end. The top teams in each division consistently battled for supremacy, showcasing impressive talent and strategic play. The final standings offered some surprises and solidified the dominance of certain franchises.

East Division:

This division saw the Islanders and Capitals battle for top spot, while the Bruins fought hard for a wildcard position.

Team GP W L OTL PTS
1. Pittsburgh Penguins 56 37 16 3 77
2. Washington Capitals 56 36 15 5 77
3. New York Islanders 56 32 17 7 71
4. Boston Bruins 56 29 14 13 71
5. Philadelphia Flyers 56 25 23 8 58
6. Buffalo Sabres 56 15 34 7 37
7. New Jersey Devils 56 14 30 12 40

MassMutual East Division:

Team GP W L OTL PTS
1. Washington Capitals 56 36 15 5 77
2. New York Islanders 56 32 17 7 71
3. Pittsburgh Penguins 56 37 16 3 77
4. Boston Bruins 56 29 14 13 71
5. New York Rangers 56 27 23 6 60
6. Philadelphia Flyers 56 25 23 8 58
7. Buffalo Sabres 56 15 34 7 37
8. New Jersey Devils 56 14 30 12 40

The West: A Clear Dominance Emerges

The West also featured its share of exciting matchups, but the overall standings showed a clearer hierarchy than in the East. A few teams significantly outperformed their competitors, establishing themselves as strong contenders for the Stanley Cup.

Central Division:

Team GP W L OTL PTS
1. Carolina Hurricanes 56 36 12 8 80
2. Florida Panthers 56 37 14 5 79
3. Nashville Predators 56 28 25 3 59
4. Dallas Stars 56 23 19 14 60
5. Detroit Red Wings 56 19 27 10 48
6. Chicago Blackhawks 56 24 28 4 52
7. Columbus Blue Jackets 56 18 26 12 48

West Division:

Team GP W L OTL PTS
1. Colorado Avalanche 56 39 13 4 82
2. Vegas Golden Knights 56 40 14 2 82
3. Minnesota Wild 56 35 16 5 75
4. St. Louis Blues 56 27 22 7 61
5. Arizona Coyotes 56 24 26 6 54
6. Los Angeles Kings 56 21 28 7 49
7. Anaheim Ducks 56 17 30 9 43
8. San Jose Sharks 56 15 30 11 41

Remember that this was a unique season with a modified format. These standings don't fully reflect a typical NHL season's divisional matchups. The 2021-22 season saw a return to the traditional format. This data provides a glimpse into the competitive landscape of the shortened 2021 season.

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